Burkina Faso: Gold, Growth and the Frontier Challenge
By Africa Risk Control (ARC) – Burkina Faso, a landlocked West African nation of nearly 23 million people, is quietly emerging as a frontier economy with growing investment appeal — despite the…
WTO, IMF to develop new indicator to measure global trade policy dynamics
Research in developing a new Trade Policy Activity (TPA) index by a group of WTO and IMF economists reveals a marked pick-up in trade policy activity from around 2019-2020, reflecting increased interventions…
Africa Striving for Energy Transition
By Mekonnen Teshome / Freetown, Sierra Leone – African nations striving for energy transition to shift from fossil fuels to cleaner and renewable energy sources to address climate change, however they are…
Africa in Global Cotton Production, Market
Cotton is the backbone of rural economies across Africa – from Chad to Zambia and Tanzania – but the sector faces mounting challenges. Global trade uncertainties such as the expiration of AGOA…
Orion Minerals Set to Develop Secure, Responsible, Resilient Supply Chains
Orion Resource Partners LP, a leading global investment firm specializing in metals and materials, today announces the formation of the Orion Critical Mineral Consortium that aims to develop secure, responsible, and resilient…
Saudia Unveils SV Lifestyle Brand at Riyadh Fashion Week
Saudia, the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, unveiled its new premium lifestyle brand, SV, during an exclusive runway show held at The Roof at Al Mamlaka Social Dining…
Navigating Sudan: High Risk, High Investment Potential
By Africa Risk Control (ARC) – Sudan, Africa’s third-largest country, is currently experiencing severe political instability due to ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF),…
Where the Ethiopia–Eritrea tension may lead
By Africa Risk Control (ARC)- The 2018 peace between Ethiopia and Eritrea once held promise of transformation. With embassies reopened, trade corridors reactivated and a diplomatic reset in motion, both nations began…
Burundian coffee: An aromatic treasure conquering the world
By Dieudonné Bukuru / Bujumbura, Burundi – Renowned for its finesse and exceptional aroma, Burundian coffee is one of the pillars of the national economy. It represents more than a quarter of…
Small Kingdom, Big Potential: Lesotho’s Path to Investment Growth
By Africa Risk Control (ARC) – Lesotho, a small landlocked kingdom surrounded by South Africa, is emerging as a strategic investment destination in Southern Africa. With a population of around 2.3 million…
North Africa’s Energy Giant: Algeria Market Insights for Investors
By Africa Risk Control (ARC) – Algeria, North Africa’s largest natural gas producer and one of its top oil exporters, offers substantial opportunities for foreign investors. With a population of over 46…
Africa’s Energy Leaders to Explore Renewable Project Initiatives
BY Mekonnen Teshome – The Accelerated Partnership for Renewables in Africa (APRA) will convene its second Investment Forum in Freetown, Sierra Leone, 22-23 October 2025. APRA, launched at the Africa Climate Summit…
Zambia’s Mining Sector Rebounds Amid Rising Global Copper Demand
By Africa Risk Control (ARC): Zambia’s mining industry is regaining momentum as global demand for copper and cobalt strengthens, positioning the southern African nation as one of the continent’s most strategic mining…
South Africa’s Reform Moment: Where Investors Should Be Looking in 2025
By Africa Risk Control (ARC)- South Africa’s economy may be growing slowly, but its structure and scale make it one of the most strategic markets in Africa. As the government accelerates reforms…